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Kukuiula Kai | Private Oceanfront Estate + Pool, Sunset Lanai & Guest Cottage

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A spacious outdoor living area with wicker furniture, a pool, and a view of the ocean at sunset. - Kukuiula Kai | Private Oceanfront Estate + Pool, Sunset Lanai & Guest Cottage (Koloa)
A four-poster bed with a patterned bedspread, a wooden bench, a dresser, and a nightstand with a lamp. - Kukuiula Kai | Private Oceanfront Estate + Pool, Sunset Lanai & Guest Cottage (Koloa)
A pool area with a view of the ocean, palm trees, and a hammock. - Kukuiula Kai | Private Oceanfront Estate + Pool, Sunset Lanai & Guest Cottage (Koloa)
A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and a view of the ocean through large windows. - Kukuiula Kai | Private Oceanfront Estate + Pool, Sunset Lanai & Guest Cottage (Koloa)
A coastal property with multiple houses, a swimming pool, and a rocky shoreline. - Kukuiula Kai | Private Oceanfront Estate + Pool, Sunset Lanai & Guest Cottage (Koloa)
Located close to Lawai Beach, Kukuiula Kai | Private Oceanfront Estate + Pool, Sunset Lanai & Guest Cottage provides golfing on site, a garden, and laundry facilities. Active travelers can enjoy kayaking, boating, and bicycling at this vacation home. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Kukuiula Kai | Private Oceanfront Estate + Pool, Sunset Lanai & Guest Cottage

  • Upon entering through the front door you will discover your own luxurious, oceanfront sanctuary. Kukui’ula Kai offers its guests a thoughtful and spacious layout with 2 private master suites that offer amazing views and sounds of the ocean to lull you to sleep.

    An oceanfront swimming pool offers picturesque sunsets, crashing waves and seasonal migrating whales, dolphins and turtles. Kick back and relax on the expansive lanai or gather in the great room and make some lasting memories. A fully equipped kitchen with ocean views makes meal preparations a breeze.

    This 3 bedroom 3 1/2 bathroom main house and detached one bedroom/one bath guest cottage make this the perfect place for extended families. It is also possible just to rent the main 3 bedroom home! Please inquire for details and pricing.

    *Reservation Fee of $150.00 is non-refundable upon cancellation. Please see guest rental agreement for all reservation requirements/conditions.

    (Receptions, Luau's and Parties of any kind are strictly prohibited)

    This property includes beach chairs, beach towels, a cooler and umbrella. Please feel free to call us if any of these items are missing during your stay.

    TVNC #1085

    GE/TA #158-831-0016-01

    This property is in a Tsunami Evacuation Zone. In an event a tsunami is detected as probable by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center, the Office of Emergency Preparedness of the County of Kauai will make the same known by sirens. Please evacuate Poipu in accordance to the evacuation plan provided to you prior to taking occupancy or that is located in the Guest Information Guide on property. We strongly encourage you to read the plan prior to taking occupancy.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number 260110080000, GE-158-831-0016-01, TA-158-831-0016-01

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, this vacation home is in Poipu, a neighborhood in Koloa. Travelers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Kauai Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Poipu Beach and Lawai Beach. Allerton Garden and McBryde Garden are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby. Visit our Koloa travel guide
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HI, Koloa

What's nearby

  • A coastal landscape with a clear turquoise sea, a sandy beach, and a rocky cliff with sparse vegetation.
    Kukui'ula Harbor Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A sunset over a rocky shoreline with palm trees silhouetted against the sky.
    Lawai Beach
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A sunset over a rocky coastline with waves crashing against the rocks.
    Spouting Horn
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A beach with waves, a rainbow, and palm trees.
    Baby Beach
    3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Kukuiula Boat Harbor
    2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

  • Lihue Airport (LIH)
    31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Living Foods
    5 min drive
  • Keoki's Paradise
    6 min drive
  • Starbucks
    6 min drive
  • Lappert's Hawaii
    5 min drive
  • Bubba Burgers
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kukuiula Kai | Private Oceanfront Estate + Pool, Sunset Lanai & Guest Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kukuiula Kai | Private Oceanfront Estate + Pool, Sunset Lanai & Guest Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kukuiula Kai | Private Oceanfront Estate + Pool, Sunset Lanai & Guest Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kukuiula Kai | Private Oceanfront Estate + Pool, Sunset Lanai & Guest Cottage located?

Located in Poipu, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Kukuiula Boat Harbor and Lawai Beach. Poipu Beach is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Kukuiula Kai | Private Oceanfront Estate + Pool, Sunset Lanai & Guest Cottage Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home

This is a beautiful home with a lanai you never want to leave. Central to everything. The property is clean and well maintained. Also, the kitchen was well stocked with dishes and all the usual items. You can’t go wrong choosing this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Six years in a row!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our annual vacation in Kauai is based on our Kuks rental. It’s become our second home and a favourite retreat for three generations. Privacy for all in one house. A lovely pool and right on the beach. Whale watching every day.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Slice or Paradise

We loved this house. It was in a great location. 1/2 hour from airport and all major shopping. Close to small town shopping. There was plenty of room for me and my husband and our 3 grown children and significant others. As in previous reviews, it could only be made better by the addition of air-conditioning. Specifically in the garage apartment. It was just too hot. The house does have some wear and tear. But typical of a house on the ocean. We played in the pool every night under the stars. The Milk-Way sat above us. It was the perfect temperature and so magical. There were sea turtles outside the front and even some of the most magnificent rainbows ever seen. A very special trip.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kauai Family Adventure

We had a lovely stay. We vacationed here 8 years ago and were thrilled that they same property was available this time around!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous Oceanfront Home in Koloa

Five Plus Stars on all levels!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful house with spectacular views.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beachfront

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: As advertised and the garden staff was very helpful! Enjoyed the stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place to be and relax!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This was a great home, very relaxing and staring at the ocean all day made getting COVID in Hawaii and being quarantined a lot easier!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Oceanfront Paradise!

We stayed here with three couples and several children under 3 years old. The ocean view from the house was amazing to wake up to every morning, the large Lanai perfect for letting the little ones roam free up above the pool level. And the beach which is basically across the street was fantastic to have so nearby! Overall a fantastic house with lots of room to spread out. All the possible amenities one could want in the kitchen as well. We would love to come back and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great House and Location

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We loved our stay. The kids loved the pool, I loved the tidal pools right along the yard, everyone loved the turtles feeding just off shore. If you love the sound of crashing waves, this is the place for you. Plenty of room for the 7 of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Oceanside Location

Great location. Great pool (not heated, but ok in December) and outdoor space. Lots of space inside with comfortable furniture. Sea breezes and fans counteract lack of a/c, although space above garage gets a little warm (even in December). The pool looks very new. The rest of the house is clean and tidy, although the wear and tear of the marine environment is evident in places. We had a great time!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

OK

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I RENTED THE SAME HOME LAST YEAR .. THEN IT FELT LIKE A HOME ...THIS YEAR IS WAS A "RENTAL HOUSE" ...
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

AMAZING location, Great Indoor Outdoor Living

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: An amazing location in a quiet (other than the roosters!), location away from the bustle of tourists. A wonderful walk to Spouting Horn or the Botanical Gardens or along the path to a close-by shopping area. House was perfect for a large family with great ventilation and lots of room to spread out. Towels and linens were wonderful, garden and pool were lovely and well maintained. House needs some maintenance and being right on the water really takes a toll on things. But rental company very responsive to get things resolved. My only suggestion would be for longer term rentals to include cleaning once weekly in contract.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family vacation in paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family enjoyed this home and location immensely. We would love to return one day. Our one issue was that the kitchen freezer wasn't working most of our stay and we didn't know there was a problem with it until we arrived from the airport with groceries in hand. The new refrigerator arrived late on day 4 of our vacation and took a few days to work properly. We were disappointed that the management company never told us there was a freezer in the garage we could use when we arrived. Separate from having no working freezer until our last day, we would highly recommend the house.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We absolutely loved our stay at this property!

Our family of 5, (kids 6,10, and 12) thoroughly enjoyed this property. The location is wonderful, super quiet and peaceful but very close to town and all the restaurants/beaches. The beach/boat dock 2 houses down is also super fun and a nice swimming spot without many tourists. House was super clean and well appointed. Great kitchen. Pool is deep for little kids. It goes from 3-5 feet, but the 3 feet section is very small so our youngest needed a float of some kind. Turtles surf the waves in front of the house, and the ocean crashing begets the best sleep of your life. The only drawback was no A/C. When we arrived and realized the house had no A/C my husband panicked! We had a Maui vacation without A/C that was brutal. In the end, when all the windows are open, this house stays really pleasant. Lots of fans and cross breezes. We stayed at the end of July and we were never overly hot. We loved this house, think it was a good value for the location and quality of the property, and we can't wait to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Communication

Great but needs a refresh

Great home, but needs some tlc. Sheets and towels for example very old and tired. Too much polyester!!! We asked for more beach towels, as they were dreadful and thread bare, and only 8. It meant that if you swam at the house and then wanted to go to the beach, you had to take wet towels, as there were no spares. When we asked for more we were told to wash them!!! All the dinner plates had chips in them. Superficially clean but blinds and lamp shades for example were filthy. Sorry am fussy, but overall it lets a great place down. Excellent location and overall, if they gave it a super clean and updated some things, I would recommend it as a great place to stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Family stay Kukui'Ula Kai

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family had the most wonderful stay at Kukui'Ula Kai! It was literally the perfect home for our family to vacation together. It was a beautiful and comfortable home with all the amenities we are used to. The lanai and backyard were absolutely out favorite place to spend time! We hope to be able to rent again in September 2024 for a wedding we will be attending.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect location and house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wonderful! Perfect for our family. Great location, outstandingly beautiful view, walking distance to multiple beaches. Easy to cook, settle in for the week, etc
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Beachfront

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: As advertised and the garden staff was very helpful! Enjoyed the stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

25 Years of Staying at Garden Island Rentals Properties

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Once again we were not disappointed in our stay at a property managed by Garden Island Rentals. The home and cottage were incredible and perfect for our party of six. While we went on numerous adventures, we were reluctant to give up time on the lanai to do so. The furnishings in the home and on the lanai are equal to the view; and that says just about everything!We would definitely recommend this property to anyone wanting to spend their vacation in extremely plush surroundings.We love Garden Island Rentals!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Best in Kauai!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: this home is so impressive with amazing views, access to the tide pools and a beautiful pool! Upon arrival we felt like we never wanted to leave and tour the island! Again Garden Island rentals will make sure your vacation home is perfect! the home is well appointed with rolled up beach towels, fully stocked kitchen, beach toys and chairs..a gated entry as well! This home is paradise!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Spring Break Paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It is always easy working with Garden Island Rentals. The Kukuiula Kai was a perfect spot for our group of senior families celebrating spring break. Our two families staying at the house loved getting up every morning sitting on the lanai and drinking our coffee. We saw dolphins, whales, and even a monk seal. Such a relaxing and beautiful location. We will definitely be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Best lanai on the South shore!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I have stayed at many Garden Island Rentals properties and I have never been disappointed. But what distinguishes this one is the expansive lanai with comfy furniture overlooking the stunning ocean and shaded from the sun. In other words, it is a place you can adore without ever leaving home. And during our early December stay, we saw both t e sunrise and the sunset. Stunning!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Easy
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Southern Kauai experience

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: 45 days on island, only two days of rain. We have been coming to Poipu for 25 years and have stayed many homes along the south coast, the last three years at Kukui'ula Kai. We love the property, amenities and location. Single story, on the water, private pool, lush grounds and sideyards, Hawaiian plantation style furnishings. Relaxing, healing and comfortable.